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Philadelphia Eagles QB Matt Barkley doesn't appear any closer to starting than he was when he was drafted two years ago. Barkley said he'll speak to his agent this offseason to gauge the league's quarterback landscape. He said he has made strides in his development, and his shoulder feels better.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Matt Barkley struggled Tuesday, June 17. He was errant on three consecutive downfield passes in head coach Chip Kelly's drill in which he has the quarterbacks throw all passes to undefended receivers at the same time.

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly said he expects a healthy competition between QB Mark Sanchez and QB Matt Barkley for the backup quarterback position. "[Barkley] had a real good offseason in terms of training," Kelly said. "It's a good time for the quarterbacks and receivers to kind of run and throw together, and I think Matt's throwing better here and there, too."

The Philadelphia Eagles have named QB Nick Foles (concussion) as the starting quarterback in Week 9 against the Oakland Raiders. QB Matt Barkley will serve as the backup. QB Michael Vick (hamstring) will not practice this week and won't be available Sunday, Nov. 3. "One of the good things about practicing on Tuesday is you can get your eyes on people who have been out. Nick did a really good job and Nick will be our starting quarterback this week," head coach Chip Kelly said. Kelly also said he'll make a determination on the quarterback position on a weekly basis moving forward.

Fantasy Tip: Foles makes for a low-end QB1 this weekend mainly as a bye week filler or if you own Vick. The QB situation in Philly will likely come down to who is the healthiest over the next few weeks. Foles should see at least a few more starts with Vick out.

Fantasy Tip: Vick will probably be out at least multiple weeks after he heard his hamstring pop. Foles, if he can play, would be worth consideration for a starting spot as a bye week filler, but Barkley, who has looked awful, should be ignored.

Fantasy Tip: If Barkley does indeed draw the start, he is not worth using in any fantasy leagues. He has been terrible when on the field, and you would have to have multiple quarterbacks on byes and no other options available to be desperate enough to start him.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Matt Barkley could start in Week 8 against the New York Giants if QBs Michael Vick (hamstring) and Nick Foles (concussion) can't play. "My decision on who our quarterback is is based on health," head coach Chip Kelly said. "Right now, I don't who's healthy or who's not healthy. Until we find out who's healthy, it doesn't help anybody to say, 'That guy's our starter.' It doesn't help the situation."

Fantasy Tip: Barkley tossed three interceptions after replacing Foles against the Dallas Cowboys. If he's forced to start this weekend, you'd be wise to downgrade DeSean Jackson and the rest of Philly's offensive weapons.

Fantasy Tip: Barkley might make the start in the next game if Foles suffered a concussion and Vick is not ready, although head coach Chip Kelly is hopeful Vick will be able to return this week. Barkley shouldn't be used in any fantasy format if he does get the starting nod.

Fantasy Tip: It sure looks - as of now - that Foles will start his second straight game against the Dallas Cowboys this weekend as the team plays it safe with Vick. The matchup against Dallas isn't a bad one, either. Foles should be considered if you own Drew Brees or Terrelle Pryor, who are both on bye this week.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick won the quarterback competition by a long shot over QB Nick Foles in practice Wednesday, July 31. Vick connected with WR DeSean Jackson on two long touchdown scores. Vick tossed three TDs on the day and had some nice scrambles. Foles looked average and QB Matt Barkley struggled. Foles threw an interception and Barkley was only 8-for-16 with a touchdown pass and interception. Foles has held onto the ball too long and has been indecisive.

Fantasy Tip: Although there's been speculation as to who new head coach Chip Kelly will choose as his QB, we've been expecting Vick to win the job all along. Vick's skill set should fit Kelly's plans for an up-tempo offense much better. It's still early, however, and a lot can change. Vick could make for a nice sleeper QB2 if he wins the job and can stay healthy all year.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Michael Vick took snaps with the first team Friday, July 26, while QB Nick Foles opened with the second team and QB Matt Barkley practiced with the third team. However, Foles eventually saw some time with the first team. Head coach Chip Kelly said Vick and Foles will split first-team repetitions at the start of training camp, and the team will have a starter named by the time they begin game planning for Week 1.

Fantasy Tip: Not much of a surprise here, as Michael Vick, Nick Foles and Matt Barkley will all get the chance to make a run at the starting job. As training camp and preseason games get played, there should be some clarity on what the Eagles are thinking in terms of who will ultimately start.

Fantasy Tip: Plus, there's always Dennis Dixon to keep around thanks to his experience in this setup at Oregon. It's why the Eagles' QB situation should be avoided until the late backup stages in your draft. Foles could be a decent second option because he gets the ball out of his hands quickly, a must for Kelly's system. Vick is in more jeopardy than many think.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Matt Barkley likely will not be a factor in the team's starting quarterback competition during training camp but could be a key piece in the team's long-term future because he was impressive during organized team activities.

Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur said Thursday, June 20, that QB Matt Barkley is progressing nicely, picking up the team's verbiage as he learns the playbook. "A lot of the way we communicate is different than what he did in college, but he's been able to do very nicely here in the first few weeks," Shurmur said.

Fantasy Tip: That being said, Barkley is still viewed as the No. 3 quarterback right now behind Michael Vick and Nick Foles. Right now, he is only worth a look in deeper long-term keeper fantasy formats, but he is one to watch during training camp and into the preseason.